City Power mourns the death of senior communications manager Portia Motsepe

City Power is mourning the death of Portia Motsepe, acting senior manager in its Strategic Communications and Perception Management Department, who died on November 2, following a short illness.

Motsepe, a former journalist, joined City Power in 2024 from the City of Johannesburg’s Group Communication Department, bringing with her extensive media and communications experience.

During her time with the organisation, she made a significant contribution through her professionalism, dedication and leadership.

City Power spokesperson Isaac Mangena said Motsepe’s expertise and work ethic earned her the responsibility of overseeing critical senior functions, including the organisation’s digital footprint, communications programmes and processes.

He described her as a valued member of the City Power leadership team whose professional insight and commitment contributed to the organisation’s achievements, including multiple industry accolades.

“Although her time with us was relatively short, the impact of her contribution and influence, especially on her colleagues, will not be forgotten.

“Her passing is a profound loss, not only to the organisation but also to the media and communications industry. Her colleagues at City Power and the City of Johannesburg’s Group Communication Department had the privilege of experiencing her leadership, knowledge and commitment first-hand,” said Mangena.

He said Motsepe played an important role in strengthening the City Power brand, improving its visual identity and positioning the organisation in its engagement with customers across Johannesburg.

“We have lost an adept professional, a dependable person and a colleague whose work ethic was unrivalled. Her direct reports benefited from her knowledge, professionalism and leadership, while her contribution to the organisation’s image and reputation was immense.

“City Power extends its heartfelt condolences to Portia’s family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time. We also extend our deepest sympathies to her colleagues and everyone mourning the loss of this young professional,” he said.

Mangena added that the organisation would remember Motsepe for the dedication and meaningful contribution she made during her time at City Power.

“Our thoughts are with Portia’s family and loved ones as they navigate this painful loss. We have lost a valued colleague and a member of our City Power family. Her contribution to the organisation will be remembered, and we are deeply saddened that her journey with us has come to an end far too soon. “May her family find strength and comfort during this difficult period,” he said.

City Power said it honours Motsepe’s memory and recognises the lasting contribution she made to the organisation.

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